Everything that glitters

Well I cannot help but notice that all over blogs and social media at the moment are beautiful Christmas collections and projects. How fast this time of year comes around! lol

So I took the hint and got cracking on my photos from last Christmas too...

Here on this layout I have used chipboard embellishments to create the title and some simple flourishes that really lift the whole page. I'm currently in love with the rough golf leaf application look so I dug out my metallic foil confetti jar and got working...

How awesome is this effect!!?

I used the words from this AMAZING chipboard set and have the rest aside for another page or two.

The process of getting the 'gold leaf foil' on there is simple but OH SO MESSY 😂

First I ink it with Gold ...

next I apply glue to where I want the foil to go, then it's just a matter of applying it bit by bit 

and tidying it all up at the end. 

I just adore this beaten metal look!

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This technique can also easily be applied to non Christmas layouts of course ... 

Here's a vintage feel layout with a bit of an edge it it where I've used the gold leaf foil on actual leaves and to highlight the other chipboard on the page as well.

But my favourite look on this page is the fabulous flourish border pulling in from the edges...

Its a very easy technique to do with the help of this gorgeous square stencil.

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This time with the leaves I did not add any ink first I just covered each one in glue and then 

layered the foil bits over them (dusting the excess edge bits away with a stiff paint brush).

  

Some of the extras like the circle words I used gold ink on...

And I made sure I backed he lamp post with some extra foil bits to give it a nice 'glow'.

For the rose vine I actually cut this chipboard in half at the centre.

I inked it all with gold but only applied the foil to a few of the leaves and a flower,

leaning into the shabby chic look a bit.

And of course I couldn't just leave that other half of the rose chipboard behind!

So I knocked up this 'Thinking of You' card to include it on.

These simple template stencils are still my favourite way of making cards.

Step cards are so fast and easy with this combination...

1) Make card from stencil

2) Stick Papers on panels

3) Add a chipboard title

4) add a chipboard embellishment.

Too easy! 

 

I couldnt resist a little bling here either and after I inked the chipboard title a pale blue 

I also added some Crystalina Kindy Glitz to the letters.

I left the chipboard rose natuaral though ( see it does happen some times 😜).

And thats it from me this month.

Thanks for popping over for a look xo 

Cheers from Kelly-ann

 

June Creating with Lizzy.

 Hello there..

 Today it is my turn to share with you some creating using the fabulous Scrapmatts products.

I have a layout that I created using a family photo.. It is difficult to get everyone together these days so this was a special moment worth scrapping..

As I usually do I started with laying down some scraps and tags to add some texture to my page.

Sometimes I use bits that are sitting on my desk.. and whatever will make some texture.

 I then covered the scraps with a light layer of gesso and then used a stencil for added texture. A spray of mist and then I began to create my layout..

I used a wonderful tree chipboard that I painted with a green and dotted it with brown to add a bit of age to the trunk and branches.. How cool does the branches look against the texture!!?

I used lots of layers to add some dimension to lift my photo and I added a film strip that I cut in half under these layers. The assorted Words were perfect for my title.

Family Time.

Somehow that tree makes me think of "family Trees" I love the way it looks on my layout. .a lovely feature on my page..

and here is a list of the SCRAPMATTS that I have used on my layout.

ST5047 Lattice Stencil 

CB4035 Tree 01

CB1233 Film Strips

CB6101 Assorted Words

I hope I have inspired you to think about your Family Tree!! and maybe scrap those family moments!

Thanks for visiting today and make sure you pop back to see what the other Designers are up to!

Until Next time

Happy Scrapmatting!

September Creations with Tania

Hello there!

Tania joining you today to share my September creations with you all.  This month I have a mini canvas and a couple of cards using lots of gorgeous Scrapmatts goodies.

First up is my mini canvas....

"Live Every Moment" 

CB4056 Ornate Frames 13

CB1252 Scrap Words 35

CB5189 Flourishes & Leaves 01

ST5061 Scallop Pattern 

A few close ups....

My second share for this month is a couple of cards.

CB5017 Nested Shapes 03

CB6100 Words 29 Happy Birthday

CB5139 String Circles 03

First card.

A few close ups....

Second card....

A few close ups....

Well that's all from me today!  I hope I have inspired you all a little.  Don't forget to check out the store here for all your Scrapmatts goodies, and also pop back to the blog to see the gorgeous creations from the other DT girls.

 Until next time, happy crafting Tania xx